News & Events

Please join us for TENI's General Assembly on Saturday 7th October from 3-5pm at the Chocolate Factory. We are excited to launch our annual Activity Report and tell you about the work that we do. This is also your opportunity to tell us what matters to you and what direction you think we should be going.
A key part of the General Assembly is the election of new board members. This year we have three spaces to fill. Five passionate, intelligent and qualified people have applied to join TENI's Board of Directors. You can find more out about the candidates below! Any questions regarding the general assembly or the elections can be sent to office@teni.ie.
Voting is now open and will close on Thursday 5th October at 7pm. If you have a valid membership you can vote at the link below:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/teniboardelection

We've come a long way in the last 11 years, but there's still a lot to do. Without the support
of our members we cannot achieve positive change for Ireland's trans community. We need your help to continue our important work in the areas of education, healthcare, employment and so much more.

Yesterday (Wednesday, 10th May) the Gender Recognition (Amendment) Bill 2017, introduced by Senator Fintan Warfield and co-signed by Senator David Norris and Senator Grace O'Sullivan, passed the second stage of the Seanad with full support of the house. Thirteen Senators from all groups represented in the Seanad took the opportunity to urge the Minister for Social Protection, Leo Varadkar, to ensure that young people and non-binary people have the opportunity to be legally recognised as their authentic selves.

Transgender Equality Network Ireland (TENI) is seeking a Chief Executive to advance the rights and equality of transgender people in Ireland. TENI seeks a skilled, motivated and committed individual with an outstanding track record in leadership, advocacy, management and fundraising. The applicant will possess in-depth knowledge of trans issues and a proven track record in achieving social change.

Today (Friday March 31st) Senator Fintan Warfield announced the introduction of the Gender Recognition (Amendment) Bill 2017 to mark the International Transgender Day of Visibility. If passed, this Bill would amend the Gender Recognition Act 2015 to ensure meaningful inclusion of young trans and non-binary people.